Splinter Cell movie to star Tom Hardy

No details on the flick have been revealed so far, and Ubisoft is currently in talks with a number of studios to support the project, including Warner Bros. and Paramount.

Hardy of course featured in a number of Hollywood blockbusters including The Dark Knight Rises and Inception. No further cast details have been revealed at present.

The Splinter Cell movie will feature a script penned by The International’s Eric Warren Singer.

Ubisoft Motion Pictures’ CEO Jean-Julien Baronnet commented: "Tom Hardy is currently one of the biggest talents in the film industry, and he has a phenomenal ability to take on complex and varied roles with his broad range of acting skills.”

"His involvement in the Tom Clancy’s Splinter Cell movie is exciting news for movie and video game fans alike.”

"Meanwhile, Eric Singer is one of the most talented writers of the moment, and … we’re confident he’ll bring a fresh approach and create a thrilling story … while still respecting all the codes and traditions of the franchise that are so important to fans."

The next instalment in the Splinter Cell videogame franchise is currently in development at Ubisoft Toronto.